1969 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 44 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 961 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (141 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capri | E |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4913 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2874 mm |
