1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 20 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 9 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL. (231 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 265 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL. (268 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dart | SL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| 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 | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
