1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 41 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Newport | SL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 661 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| 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 | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
