1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Nissan Maxima (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 250 | Maxima |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2710 mm |