1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 39 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 695 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | New Yorker | S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3170 mm |
