2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Viper. (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Viper. 2007 Maybach 57 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. 2007 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Dodge | Maybach |
Model | Viper | 57 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3400 mm |