1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450.
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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (402 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 450 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
