1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (317 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1356 kg more than 1966 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2290 mm |
