1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 2080 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 CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 CLC | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sports | CLC |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2720 mm |
