1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 6 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am.
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, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (378 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 1979 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 1979 Pontiac Trans Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | 450 | Trans Am |
Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4519 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 220 HP |
Torque | 378 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |