1962 Innocenti 950 vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1962 Innocenti 950. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 1962 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1962 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Innocenti 950 | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 950 | 450 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2820 mm |