1965 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,305 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 272 kg more than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
