1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 423 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1364 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (913 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Top Speed | 345 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2990 mm |
