2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 350Z | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
