1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 1974 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 1974 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C 112 | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
