1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Ram.
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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
