1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1963 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,601 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1963 Morris Traveller. 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 1963 Morris Traveller. 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 (377 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1963 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | ML | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2601 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
