1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 46 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 508 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | New Yorker | C |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 4724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
