1990 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (399 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. (235 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 580 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. 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 (600 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. (447 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Trans Am | ML |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 399 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 2261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2916 mm |
