1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 685 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres has manual transmission. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Hunaudieres | 450 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 4520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 615 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |