1975 Ford Capri vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 989 kg more than 1975 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capri | 500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1023 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
