1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 374 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | 450 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4519 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |