2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 67 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), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 105 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.
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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pilot | 320 |
Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 250 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3310 mm |