2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Town & Country | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 71 L |