1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 64 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa 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 784 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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, 2005 Opel Corsa, 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 320 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2005 |
| 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 | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
