1972 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 599 kg more than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | E | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3052 mm |
