1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 40 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 59 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | 450 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4519 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |