1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 12 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 45 more horse power than 1991 Italdesign Nazca. (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1991 Italdesign Nazca.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Italdesign Nazca. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Italdesign Nazca.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Italdesign Nazca | 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | |
Make | Italdesign | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nazca | CW |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 6328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5160 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1120 mm |