1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1973 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cherry | E |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1402 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
