1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage 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 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
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, 2011 Kia Sportage, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | 450 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
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 | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2639 mm |