2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1970 Nissan President
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan President weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1970 Nissan President | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SL | President |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |