1999 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Viper. (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 385 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper. 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | SL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
