2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 64 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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 332 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
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, 2006 Honda Pilot, 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pilot | 320 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
