2009 BMW 650 vs. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 32 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, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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, 2009 BMW 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 650 | 450 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
