1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT 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 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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 95 kg more than 2010 Audi TT.
Because 2010 Audi TT 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 TT 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi TT. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2010 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 450 | TT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
