1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1979 Nissan Silvia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2350 mm |
