1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 17 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 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 230 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 Superfast | 170S |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
| 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 | 1540 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |
