1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 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 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 (491 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 weights approximately 3765 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 (804 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | T-Rex 6x6 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 491 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 804 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 5400 kg | 1635 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2820 mm |
