1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 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 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 942 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | 450 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 4520 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2870 mm |
