1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 620 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 CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dart | CL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |
