1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 230 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2308 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |