1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 108 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy 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 Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 230 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1941 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2750 mm |