2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Viper. (501 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS. (649 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | SLS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 501 HP | 575 HP |
Torque | 678 Nm | 649 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4638 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2075 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1261 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |