1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1980 Dodge Aspen is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 147 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aspen | 300 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
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 | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |