1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 54 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 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 240 kg more than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Discovery | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Discovery | 320 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3944 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3310 mm |
