1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 28 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 178 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | 450 | Life |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4519 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2370 mm |