1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cedric | S |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3165 mm |
