2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 (511 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 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 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1973 Nissan President | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | President |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |