1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 473 kg more than 2008 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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | New Yorker | C |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2994 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
