2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1069 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 2710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 112 L |
