2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,988 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 565 kg more than 1965 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1965 Nissan President (323 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1965 Nissan President | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | President |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
