1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,997 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1963 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
