1965 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,305 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | SL | Capri |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
