1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1966 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 10 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 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1810 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1966 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2390 mm |