1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 has manual transmission. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sidewinder | 230.4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
