1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Dodge 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charger | S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3090 mm |
