1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 51 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 250 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
