2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | 320 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3310 mm |
