2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 60 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | 170 V |
Year Released | 2006 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |