1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 69 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, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 165 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 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 | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 230 | 123 |
Year Released | 1941 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2660 mm |