2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 953 kg more than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E500 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
