2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 600 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 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 575M Maranello | 170 V |
Year Released | 2005 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |