1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Newport is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 530 kg more than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Newport | W 110 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2710 mm |
