1964 Holden EJ vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1964 Holden EJ is newer by 18 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 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Holden EJ (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden EJ should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 4 kg more than 1964 Holden EJ.
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, 1964 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EJ | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | EJ | 170 V |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
