2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1967 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 6,295 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1967 Plymouth Fury. (326 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 79 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Plymouth Fury. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Plymouth Fury (577 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 1967 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | E | Fury |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 6295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 384 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 577 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 94 L |