2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 59 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 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 546 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati Coupe | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Coupe | 170 V |
Year Released | 2005 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4254 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |