1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 44 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, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 473 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C 111 | Z |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 72 L |
