2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 52 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 344 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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. 2001 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S has manual transmission. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Cadillac XLR | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XLR | 170S |
Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |