1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 31 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin.
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, 1972 AMC Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Javelin | 320 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3310 mm |
