1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML. (391 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Centurion | 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Centurion | ML |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2850 mm |
