1997 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (315 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 449 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (468 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
