2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 680 kg more than 1976 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SLR McLaren | Skyline |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |