2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 33 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 53 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Because 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Trajet | 450 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 4520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
