1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 32 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 186 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
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, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 450 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
