2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 63 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 703 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (225 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 320 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3310 mm |
