1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 38 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charger | S |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3170 mm |
