1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1970 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1970 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 450 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
