2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 880 kg more than 1981 Buick Century. 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 1981 Buick Century. 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 (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | ML | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
