2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1979 Ford Capri
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 32 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1001 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.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 1979 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | S | Capri |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2091 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
