2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 576 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 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 970 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ220 | 170 V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 1077 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
