1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 42 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 233 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C 111 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |
