2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1974 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Laurel.
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 E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1974 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 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 Length | 4860 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
