1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 9 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT 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 265 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 GT | 170S |
Year Released | 1958 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 100 mm |
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 | 1045 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 47 L |