1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 975 kg more than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Imperial | 300 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2410 mm |