1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 31 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 362 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (378 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 450 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4520 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
