1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1948 AC 2-Litre is newer by 6 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1948 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1948 AC 2-Litre | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2-Litre | 320 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3310 mm |