1960 BMW 700 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1596 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. 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 1960 BMW 700. 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 (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | ML |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
