1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ 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 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 882 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Toyota iQ, 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 450 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4520 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2000 mm |
