1994 BMW M3 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 53 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 15 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.
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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M3 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M3 | 230 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3060 mm |