1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Charger. (368 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2010 Dodge 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | 600 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
