1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dart | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2148 cc |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
