2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 63 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 513 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (222 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | 320 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
