2006 Dodge Charger vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. (123 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 2006 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charger | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2998 cc |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
