1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1971 Nissan Skyline is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1971 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
