2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 737 kg more than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450.
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, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 (402 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | 450 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |
