2003 Maybach 57 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2003 Maybach 57 is newer by 62 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 760 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 761 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maybach 57 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 57 | 230 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3060 mm |
