1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 400 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Dodge Coronet 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make Dodge Mercedes-Benz
Model Coronet SL
Year Released 1968 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3690 cc 2797 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.3 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 104.8 mm 73.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2980 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 80 L


 

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