1991 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 145 kg more than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan 300 ZX | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 ZX | C |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
