1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 56 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S has manual transmission. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300S | Titan |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 106 L |
