1961 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1970 Nissan Cedric is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SE | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
