1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 26 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 175 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dart | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
