1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 38 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 15 more horse power than 2010 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 BMW 123. 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 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 | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 450 | 123 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
