1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1970 Nissan Cedric is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
