1999 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 10 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Viper. (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 193 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Viper. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | CLK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 877 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
