1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | 240 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 121 L |
