2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 34 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 100 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 385 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ducato | 450 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 4519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |