1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | ML |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1951 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 95 L |
