1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 100 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.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | 230 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3010 mm |
