2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 58 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 360 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | 170 V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
