Mercedes-Benz 420-Class vs Mercedes-Benz 450-Class Compare price, expert/user reviews, mpg, engines, safety, cargo capacity and other specs at a glance.

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1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class
4 Dr 420SEL Sedan
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$63,950
2 listings nationwide

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1979 Mercedes-Benz 450-Class
SL Coupe
CarGurus Instant Market Value
N/A
1 vehicle

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Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class
4 Dr 420SEL Sedan

If legroom is what you crave in a luxury automobile, then the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class, and specifically the 420SEL, might just be what you're looking for, especially if you're see...

1979 Mercedes-Benz 450-Class
SL Coupe
No Expert Reviews

User Reviews Reviews from CarGurus users who have driven or owned the car.

1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class
4 Dr 420SEL Sedan
Sarahluiz 1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class 4 Dr 420SEL SedanReview:

Review — I would like to talk to somebody about all of this I’m confused with exactly all the details in my c...

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Michael 1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class 4 Dr 420SEL SedanReview:

Fantastic Black Beauty — This car has remained in great shape. Garaged most of it's life and still looks new. This car has be...

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Frank3555 1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class 4 Dr 420SEL SedanReview:

Dream Car — love the car its a beauty noproblems except new waterpump performancenails it everytime not lackin t...

Primary Use: Family transportation

1979 Mercedes-Benz 450-Class
SL Coupe
5
brunswig1 writes:
Good cruiser.
Looks/Style Ranked 1979 BMW 7 Series worse.
"More modern look for 79 era."
Family Car Ranked 1979 BMW 7 Series worse.
"More cabin space."

Specs

1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class
4 Dr 420SEL Sedan
1979 Mercedes-Benz 450-Class
SL Coupe
Powertrain 4-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
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Fuel Economy, City
14 MPG
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Fuel Economy, Highway
17 MPG
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Fuel Tank Volume 23 gal --
Engine
Fuel Type
Gasoline
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Power
201 hp @ 5,200 RPM
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Torque
228 lb-ft @ 3,600 RPM
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Cylinders
8 cylinders
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Displacement
4,200 cc
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Safety
ABS Brakes Standard --
Driver Airbag Standard --
Passenger Airbag Standard --
Comfort and Convenience
Sunroof/Moonroof Optional --
Leather Seats Standard --
Air Conditioning Standard --
Cassette Player Standard --
Radio Standard --
Power Windows Standard --
Power Door Locks Standard --
Driver Power Seats Standard --
Passenger Power Seats Standard --
Interior
Maximum Seating 5 seats --
Front Legroom 41.9 in --
Back Legroom 39.6 in --
Exterior
Length 208.1 in --
Width 71.7 in --
Height 56.7 in --
Wheelbase 121.1 in --

Available Options

1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class
4 Dr 420SEL Sedan
1979 Mercedes-Benz 450-Class
SL Coupe

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