2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 571 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
