1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1965 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1965 Moretti 2500 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,454 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Moretti 2500 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Moretti 2500 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1965 Moretti 2500.
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, 1965 Moretti 2500 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Moretti 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1965 Moretti 2500 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
Model | 230 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1941 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 2454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2660 mm |