1983 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capri | CL |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2960 mm |
