2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1970 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,966 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 690 kg more than 1970 Nissan Laurel. 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 CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1970 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLK | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1989 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
