1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. (122 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
| Model | 200 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
