1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (174 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 192 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (425 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | E |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |
