1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 607 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Challenger | 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3050 mm |
