1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 1987 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1987 Nissan Patrol is newer by 36 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 336 kg more than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 1987 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300S | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2980 mm |
