1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 774 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 350 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
