1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dart | 300 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |