1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima 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 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima 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 422 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima.
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 Kia Optima, 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, 2010 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Optima 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 | 2010 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | 320 | Optima |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
