1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
