1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D vs. 1999 Nissan President
To start off, 1999 Nissan President is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D | 1999 Nissan President | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300D | President |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3040 mm |
