2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 335 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 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 S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1975 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1975 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2350 mm |
