1961 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 51 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SE | NV |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2193 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2131 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |