2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 8,356 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | 320 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8356 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3310 mm |
