1974 Chrysler Charger vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Charger | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charger | C |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
