1974 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 28 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 806 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, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V has manual transmission. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Deauville | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Deauville | 170 V |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
