1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 68 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta 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 884 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2010 Ford Fiesta, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
