1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2010 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
| Model | 500 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3048 mm |
