1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (219 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 337 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
| Model | 420 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3053 mm |
