2004 BMW 525 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 63 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 255 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 525 | 230 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3060 mm |