1971 Nissan President vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan President would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1971 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 945 kg more than 1971 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan President | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | President | G |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
