1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1310 kg more than 2004 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 600 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 372 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2690 mm |