1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 122 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | E |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
