1996 Innocenti Mille vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1996 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1655 kg more than 1996 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Innocenti Mille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Innocenti Mille. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 1996 Innocenti Mille has manual transmission. 1996 Innocenti Mille will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Innocenti Mille | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mille | GL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3076 mm |
