1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 52 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 50 kg more than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | New Yorker | SL |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
