1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 203 more horse power than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1713 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | 600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 6331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
