1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (350 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 96 kg more than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker.
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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | New Yorker | E |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
