1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 67 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 725 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 230 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1941 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2860 mm |