1996 BMW 528 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 55 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 245 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, 1996 BMW 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 528 | 230 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3060 mm |
