1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 57 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 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 675 kg more than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO 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 | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | 170S | GTO |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 5969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
