1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | ML |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 95 L |
