2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 13 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 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | CL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7999 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 664 Nm | 900 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | TBD |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5106 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2955 mm |