1950 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C is newer by 4 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 266 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6C | 170 V |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
