2001 Jaguar R Coupe vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar R Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe 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 115 kg more than 2001 Jaguar R Coupe.
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, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar R Coupe | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R Coupe | 320 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3310 mm |
