1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Newport | E |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
