1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 39 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dart | A |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
