2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (454 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 119 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
