1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 8 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 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 610 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4972 cc | 1428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |