2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 940 kg more than 1959 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | 211 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2230 mm |
