1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 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 171 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1815 kg more than 1972 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2510 mm |