2008 BMW 118 vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 62 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 251 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 118 | 170 V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
