1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2001 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2001 Porsche GT2 is newer by 60 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 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 10 kg more than 2001 Porsche GT2.
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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 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 | 2001 Porsche GT2 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | 230 | GT2 |
Year Released | 1941 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2360 mm |