2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 2132 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
