2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 960 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
