1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | 450 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4520 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2604 mm |