2006 BMW 745 vs. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 745 | 450 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
