1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 790 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Wildcat | ML |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2986 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2920 mm |
