2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz S 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 325 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 27 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 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | S |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |