1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 968 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 260 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |
