2012 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1979 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 1609. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 752 kg more than 1979 Chrysler 1609. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | 1979 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
| Model | E | 1609 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1443 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2670 mm |
