1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 16 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 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Italdesign | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Nazca | S |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5980 cc |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 Length | 4400 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3170 mm |
