1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 638 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | 220 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |