1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 445 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Nomad | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
