1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
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.
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1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 300 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 76 L |