1970 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (254 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sunny | S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3165 mm |
