1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 70 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda 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 220 kg more than 2011 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda 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 | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pagani |
Model | 230 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1941 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2730 mm |