1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 220 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
