2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (399 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7999 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 664 Nm | 399 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |