1973 BMW Touring vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 32 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, 1973 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW Touring 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 420 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Touring | 230 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3060 mm |