1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1980 TVR Tasmin is newer by 7 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 4,519 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 65 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 1980 TVR Tasmin has manual transmission. 1980 TVR Tasmin 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 | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 450 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
