2001 BMW 745 vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 55 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 566 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, 2001 BMW 745 (390 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. 2001 BMW 745 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. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 745 | 170 V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
