1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dart | 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 111 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3300 mm |
