1969 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (301 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 470 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capri | S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 4090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 88 L |
