1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 46 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 970 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 135 L |
