2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 291 kg more than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | 170S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
