1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 283 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 450 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
