1945 Jeep MB vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 68 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1945 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep MB | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MB | S |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3165 mm |
