1969 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 593 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 SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capri | SLS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1623 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1262 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
