2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 413 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450. (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commander | 450 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 527 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
