2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 55 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 352 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | 170S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
