1941 Citroen 11 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, both 1941 Citroen 11 and 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 were released in the same year (1941). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Citroen 11 (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Citroen 11 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 330 kg more than 1941 Citroen 11.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1941 Citroen 11, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1941 Citroen 11 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 11 | 230 |
Year Released | 1941 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3060 mm |