1979 Ford LTD vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LTD | ML |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |