1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2001 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 59 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, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique 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 560 kg more than 2001 Venturi Atlantique.
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, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 2001 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
Model | 320 | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1942 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |