1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 28 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 20 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Holden Commodore. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | 450 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2950 mm |
