1975 Audi Coupe vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V

To start off, 1975 Audi Coupe is newer by 29 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1975 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.

Because 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Audi Coupe (176 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm). This means 1975 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.

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1975 Audi Coupe 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
Make Audi Mercedes-Benz
Model Coupe 170 V
Year Released 1975 1946
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2144 cc 1766 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 130 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 107 Nm
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 100 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2850 mm