1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 44 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 205 kg more than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Newport | S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 616 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
