1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 265 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
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 Toyota Altezza (264 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 230 | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1185 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2710 mm |
