1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 56 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 285 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
