2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 4,519 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 22 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | 450 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
