1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 61 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 906 kg more than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 170 V | Viano |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
