2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 64 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara 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 250 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Guara | 230 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3060 mm |