1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 551 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR weights approximately 570 kg more than 1974 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLK GTR | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6898 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 770 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
