1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 125 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 680 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) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Italdesign Nazca | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Italdesign | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nazca | E |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 315 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |