2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 955 kg more than 2006 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3910 mm |
