1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 53 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, 2002 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 MG TF.
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, 2002 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 170S | TF |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
