2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 62 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 155 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Santa Fe | 320 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3310 mm |
