1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1975 Seat 124 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 450 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4520 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2430 mm |
