1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 26 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 511 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Gran Torino | 170 V |
Year Released | 1972 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |