1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | 600 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4311 cc | 6332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |