2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. (389 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 635 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 (678 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. (571 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 495 HP | 389 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
