1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 71 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 501 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 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 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 320 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3002 mm |
