1965 Nissan President vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 910 kg more than 1965 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (323 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Nissan President | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | President | GL |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3988 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3076 mm |