1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 21 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 50 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | E |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
