1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 400 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charger | SL |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |