1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1999 Nissan R 391
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 391 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan R 391 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Nissan R 391. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan R 391.
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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan R 391. (359 Nm). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan R 391.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1999 Nissan R 391 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | R 391 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
