1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 119 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | S |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3090 mm |
