1959 Seat 600 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1959 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Seat 600 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 600 | ML |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2913 mm |