2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 6329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3910 mm |
