1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 4,519 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 4 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.

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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model 450 CLS
Year Released 1973 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4519 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 378 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 18.0:1
Top Speed 215 km/hour 246 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.8 seconds 7 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 80 L


 

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