1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 109 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | C |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
