1979 Mercedes-Benz CW vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 860 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW has manual transmission. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
Model | CW | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6328 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5160 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1725 mm |