1979 Mercedes-Benz CW vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW.
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 CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CW | Xterra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6328 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5160 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1910 mm |