2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 120 L |
