1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 22 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 835 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dart | 600 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |