1977 Ford Granada vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 28 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 107 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, 1977 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | 170S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |
