1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C (277 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 835 kg more than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chrysler Imperial | 1994 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Imperial | C |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2700 mm |