2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. (536 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Viper. (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Viper. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 536 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 799 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |