1992 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1969 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (231 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 785 kg more than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (268 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1969 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SL | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 268 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |