1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1967 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
