2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 742 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
