1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart.
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 Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Dart has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Dart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dart | Viano |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |