1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1973 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 32 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 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota 2000GT 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 290 kg more than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
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, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota 2000GT 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 | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 230 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1941 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2510 mm |