2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 809 kg more than 1967 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
