1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 59 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 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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 749 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | 320 | Golf |
Year Released | 1941 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |