1998 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 577 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (373 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz S | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | S | 350Z |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5786 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |