1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 81 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | 450 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
