1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (179 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300S | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
