1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1997 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 24 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 121 more horse power than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 742 kg more than 1997 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1997 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
Model | 450 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4519 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2140 mm |