1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 70 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | 500 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 98 L |
