2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1970 Nissan President
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan President weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (311 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1970 Nissan President | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CLK | President |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 237 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |