1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2007 Peugeot Boxer
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Boxer 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot Boxer. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot Boxer.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot Boxer. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot Boxer. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot Boxer has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot Boxer 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 Peugeot Boxer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 450 | Boxer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
