1970 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL. (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | NV |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3711 mm |
