1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 66 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 581 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. 2012 Infiniti EX 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. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Infiniti |
Model | 170 V | EX |
Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2799 mm |