1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (292 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (457 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town & Country | G |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |
