1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 69 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California 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 115 kg more than 2011 Ferrari California.
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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari California 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 | 2011 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
| Model | 320 | California |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
