1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | 320 | Intrigue |
Year Released | 1941 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3208 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2780 mm |