1995 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Nissan 300 ZX.
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, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan 300 ZX | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 ZX | E |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2873 mm |
