1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 40 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 17 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti IPL. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti IPL. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 2013 Infiniti IPL has manual transmission. 2013 Infiniti IPL 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 | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | 450 | IPL |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4519 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |