1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 85 kg more than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3040 mm |
