2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 284 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (287 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter | 350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 95 L |
