1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1968 Triumph GT6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 274 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 170 V | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2110 mm |
