1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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 (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (199 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 has manual transmission. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 250 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
