1973 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Sedan. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Sedan | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sedan | 500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4340 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3150 mm |
