1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 1984 Opel Monza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 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 103 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1984 Opel Monza. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 450 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
