1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 805 kg more than 1980 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bluebird | SL |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2585 mm |
