1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1496 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 718 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cherry | CL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2954 mm |
