2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dakota | 600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 52 L |