1970 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 39 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 (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Dart weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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 CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dart | CLS |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |