2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 57 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MM Roadster | 170S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
