1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1979 Ford Capri
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 962 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 1979 Ford Capri | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | E | Capri |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4266 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |