2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600.
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 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charger | 600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3910 mm |