1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 429 kg more than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE 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 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Town & Country | SE |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
