1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 46 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. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 676 kg more than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 300 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |