1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 331 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 450 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4519 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1768 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |