2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1983 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 780 kg more than 1983 Nissan Leopard. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1983 Nissan Leopard | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CL | Leopard |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |