1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 172 kg more than 1955 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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aspen | 300 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
