1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 14 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 218 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 968 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Imperial | 220 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2760 mm |
