1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 220 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
