1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 959 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | ML |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 4966 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
