1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | 250 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 83 L |
