2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,331 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2006 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dakota | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 6331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
