2008 BMW 545 vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 66 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1942 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 545 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3310 mm |
