2012 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 36 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | ML | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2590 mm |
