2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 31 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 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 208 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Astro | 450 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |