1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 41 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (232 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 159 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | New Yorker | S |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
