1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP) has 212 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Italdesign Nazca | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Italdesign | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nazca | 230 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 470 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |