1974 Ford Granada vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 1 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. 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 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | 450 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 4520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2970 mm |
