2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango. 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 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3910 mm |
