1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 68 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 320 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
