1968 Ferrari 330 vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 330 is newer by 19 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 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 123 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, 1968 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 330 | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | 170S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 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 | 1433 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |
