1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Italdesign Nazca | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Italdesign | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nazca | 300 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3150 mm |