1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
