1998 Lotus Elise vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 52 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 429 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
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, 1998 Lotus Elise (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Elise | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Elise | 170 V |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |
