1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Sidewinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Sidewinder would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (518 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 993 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (766 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder. (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sidewinder | SL |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 7291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 766 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |