2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 327 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 178 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 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |