1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 39 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, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 420 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.
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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 450 | 650 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4519 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |