1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 230 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger. 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 C (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charger | C |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
