2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 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 383 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 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 (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
