1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 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 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 430 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 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 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 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 450 | 750 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4520 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 697 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |