1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 797 kg more than 2009 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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | E |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |