1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 603 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 950 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Nissan Sports | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sports | CL |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 860 cc | 6000 cc |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2954 mm |