2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1978 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 1978 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | E | Laurel |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |