1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 430 kg more than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S has manual transmission. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | 300S |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
