1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, both 1997 Dodge Viper and 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 315 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
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 (664 Nm) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Viper | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | F300 Life Jet |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 415 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 664 Nm | 150 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3020 mm |