1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 67 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, 2009 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Micra 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 860 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra.
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, 2009 Nissan Micra, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |
