2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 798 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 (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 5.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |