2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
