1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 38 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 168 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
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 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | 450 | Nitro |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4519 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |