2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1960 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1960 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Riley |
| Model | ML | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
