1999 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Charger (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S.
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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Charger has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Charger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Charger | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charger | S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
