2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1989 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1989 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2560 mm |
