1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1973 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 31 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, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota 2000GT 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 690 kg more than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 320 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1942 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |