1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S vs. 1985 Zastava 750
To start off, 1985 Zastava 750 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S should accelerate faster than 1985 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S weights approximately 670 kg more than 1985 Zastava 750. 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, 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | 1985 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Zastava |
| Model | 170S | 750 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
