1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 800 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Centura | S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 5784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 4090 mm |
