1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 406 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | 300S | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 51 L |
