1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 68 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 146 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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 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 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 230 | 325 |
Year Released | 1941 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2770 mm |