1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
