2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1971 Nissan President
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 85 kg more than 1971 Nissan President. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1971 Nissan President | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | President |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |