2003 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (603 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 569 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 933 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | 211 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 603 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2230 mm |
