1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 49 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 60 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 300 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |