1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 168 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | New Yorker | CL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
