1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1961 Nissan Cedric is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1321 kg more than 1961 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |
