1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1955 Chrysler 300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 5,425 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler 300 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. 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, 1955 Chrysler 300 (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler 300 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5425 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3310 mm |
