1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 35 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 19 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dart | CLK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
