2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 389 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 148 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 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Viper | 220 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |