1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 588 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM weights approximately 455 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CLK LM | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 664 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 773 Nm | 135 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |