1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 140 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Challenger | E |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
