1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 44 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 269 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dart | SLS |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 575 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4638 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2075 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1261 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |