2012 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 658 kg more than 1981 Nissan Leopard. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz E | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | E | Leopard |
Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 699 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1443 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2630 mm |