2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLS | 211 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2230 mm |
