2009 Lexus IS vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS 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 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450.
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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 (359 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | IS | 450 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
