2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 350Z | SL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
