1994 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1994 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Italdesign Nazca | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Italdesign | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nazca | 200 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |