2004 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3720 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2186 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
