2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 963 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | ML | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
