1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 505 kg more than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. 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, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | New Yorker | 450 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2820 mm |
