1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Station Wagon | 400 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3050 mm |
