1983 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 635 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercedes-Benz S | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | 211 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
