1974 Nissan Skyline vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1261 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 691 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Skyline | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Skyline | S |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3165 mm |
