2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 350Z | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5500 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
