1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 300. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 300. 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
| Model | 500 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
