1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 66 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 230 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2660 mm |
