2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1247 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | 600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |