2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (216 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1970 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1970 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | ML | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
