2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 63 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 162 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | 170 V |
Year Released | 2009 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |