1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1958 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1958 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1958 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1958 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
| Model | ML | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
