1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 575 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 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 740 kg more than 1997 TVR Speed 12.
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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 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 1997 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 1997 TVR Speed 12 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 | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | 450 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4520 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 800 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 337 km/hour |
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 | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |