1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Newport | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Newport | 500 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |