1995 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E 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 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 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 Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2540 mm |
