1972 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 23 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 405 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, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Impala | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Impala | 170S |
Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |