1956 Chrysler C vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1956 Chrysler C is newer by 10 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 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 746 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, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | 170 V |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
