1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 57 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
