2001 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | 211 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5437 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2230 mm |
