2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (221 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
| Model | ML | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |
