2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 505 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ranger | 170S |
Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 47 L |