2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 557 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
