1971 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 34 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dart | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
