1996 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 505 kg more than 1971 Nissan Gloria. 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 SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
