2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | 450 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 95 L |
