1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 230 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2619 mm |
