1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 831 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille.
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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DeVille | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2731 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 4326 mm |
