1966 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,572 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Buick Electra (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 145 kg more than 1966 Buick Electra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
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1966 Buick Electra | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | ML |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6572 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |