2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 658 kg more than 1978 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (351 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | C | Capri |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
