2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 8,521 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (777 HP) has 451 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 398 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (953 Nm) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8521 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 777 HP | 326 HP |
| Torque | 953 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3150 mm |
