2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Dakota | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dakota | 220 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |