1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 54 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
