1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 800 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dart | S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
