1958 Maserati 300 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1958 Maserati 300 is newer by 17 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 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 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 700 kg more than 1958 Maserati 300.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 300 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | 230 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3060 mm |
