2000 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 549 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1323 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
