1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,331 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1840 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6331 cc | 1428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2430 mm |