1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 67 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1006 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | 170 V | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2895 mm |
