1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 34 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 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 429 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 450 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4520 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
