1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 44 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 126 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 214 kg more than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
