2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 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 23 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | 450 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
