1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 410 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | C 111 | Serena |
Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2283 cc |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |