Hey guys, I've been looking around for an older benz, such as a 300D, turbo diesel, for a daily driver. I am familiar with Dodge Ram's with the Cummins, my brother has one and it pushes 40psi and makes over 400hp to the rear wheels, nothing too special, but it is rather fast. I was wondering, for a tinker like myself, what engine has the best capability to modify and not crack heads, blow gaskets, or other things like that, the om617? and what car would it come in?

Ive been studying for about a month and havnt really came across anything specific on what engine would be the best for my situation, so I came on here.

Thanks in advance,
Neil Switzer