2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 230 kg more than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S has manual transmission. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Dodge Durango | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Durango | 300S |
Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 85 L |