1986 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1969 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 820 kg more than 1969 Nissan Skyline. 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 S (422 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | 1969 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
