1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 28 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 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 916 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 600 | 320 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3310 mm |