2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1968 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1740 kg more than 1968 Nissan Skyline. 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 SL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1968 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
