2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 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 405 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 282 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
