1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1973 Ford Capri
To start off, 1973 Ford Capri is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. 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, 1973 Ford Capri (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. 1973 Ford Capri has automatic transmission and 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 has manual transmission. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Capri will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1973 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 230 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2308 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2570 mm |
