1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 31 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 181 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dart | E |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |