1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Noble M14 is newer by 27 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, 2004 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Noble M14.
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, 2004 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 2004 Noble M14 has manual transmission. 2004 Noble M14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Noble |
| Model | 450 | M14 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |
