1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger 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 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | 320 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1942 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3193 mm |