1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1125 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 388 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
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 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 SSC Tuatara has manual transmission. 2012 SSC Tuatara 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.
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1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SSC |
Model | 450 | Tuatara |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4519 cc | 6932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 1350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 1042 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 2.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1092 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2667 mm |