1974 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (523 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 835 kg more than 1974 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 SL (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 681 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capri | SL |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2585 mm |
