1957 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 420 kg more than 1972 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
