1968 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Bluebird | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bluebird | R |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3216 mm |
