1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 54 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 13 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | New Yorker | E |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
