1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 529 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 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 450 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |
