2007 Dodge Viper vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 253 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. (240 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 97 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Viper | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
