1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 330 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charger | E |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
