1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 135 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aspen | 300 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |