2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 945 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Violet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4964 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
