1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1955 Wartburg 311 is newer by 14 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 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Wartburg |
Model | 230 | 311 |
Year Released | 1941 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 139 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2460 mm |