1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 240 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |