1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse 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 Fiat Ulysse (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse 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 204 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ulysse.
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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Fiat |
| Model | 320 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
