1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 38 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 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 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 206 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari F40 | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F40 | 170S |
Year Released | 1987 | 1949 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 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 | 1104 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 47 L |