1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 514 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | 320 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 190 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 | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
