1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 35 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 66 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 450 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
