1969 Ford Capri vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1969 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capri | 600 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 111 L |
