1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 32 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 431 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 240 | 170 V |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2850 mm |
