2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 58 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | 320 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
