1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1984 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1984 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 11 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 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 902 kg more than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 1984 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1984 Reliant Scimitar 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 | 1984 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | 450 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4520 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2140 mm |
