1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 635 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Italdesign | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nazca | C |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |