1975 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 37 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1257 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 873 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capri | CL |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1023 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
