1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 624 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM has manual transmission. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | CLK LM |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 664 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
