1965 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 45 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan 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 | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Titan |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 140 L |
