2007 Dodge Viper vs. 1977 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1977 Mercedes-Benz S. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Viper | 1977 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
