1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1973 Nissan Sunny is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C 111 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1171 cc |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
