2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (265 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (404 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2810 mm |
