1985 Ferrari 208 vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 208 is newer by 39 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 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 151 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, 1985 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 208 | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 208 | 170 V |
Year Released | 1985 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |