1963 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 17 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1046 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, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz (583 Nm) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Biarritz | 170 V |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |
