1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 66 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, 2008 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera 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 434 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Because 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1769 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2690 mm |
