1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 31 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan 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 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 450 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
