1967 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (182 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 529 kg more than 1967 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bluebird | SLK |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2431 mm |
