1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 69 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo 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 2010 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2010 Ford Mondeo, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
