1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (231 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 335 kg more than 1971 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (268 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dart | SL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
