1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 18 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 968 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 | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 450 | 968 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4520 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |