1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 667 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
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 C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Titan. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Titan. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 has manual transmission. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C 112 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 140 L |
