1971 BMW Touring vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 375 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML (441 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Touring | ML |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
