1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2290 mm |
