1970 Buick GS vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 471 kg more than 1970 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1970 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | ML |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2913 mm |
