1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 62 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 86 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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 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 | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | 170 V | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2540 mm |
