1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 64 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 293 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 230 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |
