1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1953 Nissan Sports is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 770 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300S | Sports |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2160 mm |
