1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 45 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |
