2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (299 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (242 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (330 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aspen | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 90 L |
