2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird 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 387 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
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 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1976 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1976 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLS | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6206 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
