1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 24 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 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 476 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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 365 GT | 170 V |
Year Released | 1970 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |