1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1968 Chrysler Newport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 58 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 807 kg more than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Newport | 600 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 2772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
