2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 811 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 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 |
