1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 174 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M 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, 2011 Infiniti M 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | 450 | M |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4520 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2901 mm |