1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 180 kg more than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Viper | 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | 300 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |