1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial 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 4,617 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (121 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Commercial. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Commercial has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Commercial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 450 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
