1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 49 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z 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 352 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
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 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 300 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 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 | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 72 L |