2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420

To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (231 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420.

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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler 300 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420
Make Chrysler Mercedes-Benz
Model 300 420
Year Released 2009 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2986 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 215 HP 231 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 327 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 78.9 mm
Top Speed 228 km/hour 204 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1959 kg 1625 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 5170 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 3080 mm


 

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