1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 274 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (287 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 350 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
