2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Viper is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chrysler Viper | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | 300 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |