1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 62 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, 2004 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF 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 750 kg more than 2004 MG TF.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 320 | TF |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2380 mm |
