1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | CL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
