1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, both 1968 Chrysler Newport and 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 185 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 447 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Newport | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Newport | 230 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |