1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1968 Chrysler Newport is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 582 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Newport | 220 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
