2001 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 166 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 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jensen SV-8 | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SV-8 | 170 V |
Year Released | 2001 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |