1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 1999 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1999 Nissan Crew is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 2,400 cc, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Crew.
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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 1999 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C 111 | Crew |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
