1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1200. (54 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 804 kg more than 1965 NSU 1200. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1200. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | NSU |
| Model | 300 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
