1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | C |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2761 mm |
