1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 450 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2920 mm |
