1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 310 kg more than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker.
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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | New Yorker | S |
Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5421 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2870 mm |