1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1972 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1972 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mini | ML |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2830 mm |
