1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dart | 300 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |