1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 33 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 462 kg more than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 450 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
