1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1974 Nissan Skyline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
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 250 (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 250 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2620 mm |
