1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 600 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2660 mm |