1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 39 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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 24 kg more than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 450 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
