1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1970 Nissan Cedric is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 5 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, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 230 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
