1967 Fiat 2300 vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1967 Fiat 2300 is newer by 25 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, 1967 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 2300 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 540 kg more than 1967 Fiat 2300.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 2300 | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2300 | 320 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 3208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |