1999 Honda Today vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Today | 450 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
