1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1966 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 (58 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1966 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 220 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |