1965 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 5 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Caprice.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Caprice | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | S |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6476 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
