2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,331 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 897 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | 600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |