1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 120 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 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 450 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4520 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |
