1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 57 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial 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 424 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (222 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mondial | 320 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1854 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3310 mm |
