1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 492 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | 320 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3569 mm |
