2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 751 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Sports |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2160 mm |
