2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 1995 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
