1970 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 37 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 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 565 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Dodge Dart | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dart | CLS |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 6208 cc |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |