1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (141 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 299 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 300 | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |