2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX.
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, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (271 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
