2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 58 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
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, 2007 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. 2007 Cadillac STS 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. 2007 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Cadillac STS | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | STS | 170S |
Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |