1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 43 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 480 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 320 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
