1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 33 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 435 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charger | CLS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |