1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 65 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 570 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. 2011 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V has manual transmission. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 170 V | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2838 mm |
