1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 33 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523.
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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2006 BMW 523 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 450 | 523 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4520 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 378 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2840 mm |