1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1970 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 240Z. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 240Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1970 Datsun 240Z. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1970 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Datsun |
| Model | 320 | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2300 mm |
