2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,982 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 551 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 995 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. 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 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 906 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5982 cc | 1171 cc |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
