1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 6,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (286 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. 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, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dodge Phoenix | S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6274 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2950 mm |
