1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 250 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
