1966 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 985 kg more than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SL | Titan |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 106 L |