1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1960 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 975 kg more than 1957 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, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Imperial | 300 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| 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 |
