2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 517 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
