1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 450 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
