1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. (106 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 381 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 220 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
