1970 Land Rover Serie II vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML (232 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 685 kg more than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML (345 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1970 Land Rover Serie II has manual transmission. 1970 Land Rover Serie II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Land Rover Serie II | 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Serie II | ML |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2284 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 232 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |