1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 238 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 Chrysler 300 (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
Model | 450 | 300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4520 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 465 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3053 mm |