2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1982 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 3,723 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 810 kg more than 1982 Nissan Leopard. 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 S (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Leopard. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 1982 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3723 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
