2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 462 kg more than 1968 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 803 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
