2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 586 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
