2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1975 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 800 kg more than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. 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 SL (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1975 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3722 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
