2001 Buick Century vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2001 Buick Century is newer by 59 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 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century 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 330 kg more than 2001 Buick Century.
Because 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Century | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Century | 320 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3310 mm |
