1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cedric is newer by 6 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 129 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cedric. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Cedric |
Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6331 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2700 mm |