1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 55 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 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300S | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
