1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (262 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Caprice weights approximately 501 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 2005 Holden Caprice (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | 300 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3009 mm |
