2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1975 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1975 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLS | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6206 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
