2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8284 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |