1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 235 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | S |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 6207 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3170 mm |
