1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is newer by 27 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 26 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 450 | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2960 mm |
