2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 1981 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Silvia 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 205 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 909 kg more than 1981 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will offer significantly more control. 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 E500 (460 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 1981 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E500 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
