1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1992 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1992 Nissan Presea is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1992 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1992 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Presea |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
