1966 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti A 40 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 174 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1966 Innocenti A 40. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti A 40. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 1966 Innocenti A 40 has manual transmission. 1966 Innocenti A 40 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:
1966 Innocenti A 40 | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | 450 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2820 mm |