1968 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. (169 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 18 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SE | Frontier |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2778 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |