1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 41 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 43 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 198 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | 450 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4519 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |