1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. (450 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | 400 R |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
