1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 30 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada 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 | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 450 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
