1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1969 Opel Commodore is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1969 Opel Commodore.
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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 320 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
