2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charger | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
