2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 380 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 17 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 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | 250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 72.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |