1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grande Parisienne | ML |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5319 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2916 mm |