1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
