2000 Ford F-150 vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 is newer by 51 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 765 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.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford F-150 | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-150 | 170S |
Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |