1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
