1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (204 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 484 kg more than 1968 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
