1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 37 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, 2010 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | 450 | A5 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4520 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2751 mm |