1962 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 314 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (190 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | SE | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |