2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1264 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | ML | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |
