1976 Seat 124 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | ML |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1951 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1862 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2913 mm |
