1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 35 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 450 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
