2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 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 2,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1973 Nissan President | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C | President |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |