1959 Buick Invicta vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1959 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 Buick Invicta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Buick Invicta | 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Invicta | ML |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
