1969 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 515 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capri | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 62 L |
