1996 Ford Ranger vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger is newer by 55 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 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ranger 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 459 kg more than 1996 Ford Ranger.
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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Ranger | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ranger | 320 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3310 mm |