1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 324 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | 220 | Charger |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |