2000 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 28 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 109 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic 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:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Civic | 450 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
