1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1975 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1975 Nissan Violet. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1975 Nissan Violet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 560 | Violet |
Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |