2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Charger | 560 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3080 mm |