1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cherry | S |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3165 mm |
