1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 2003 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2003 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 52 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 32 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 10 kg more than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Because 2003 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2003 Nissan Terrano II 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 2003 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300S | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
