1970 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 165 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Dart | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dart | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1520 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
