1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Newport. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Newport | S |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6207 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
